NSW Health Pathology has contacted the HSU with a proposal for ‘grandfathering’ Couriers classified as Technical Assistants within NSW Health Pathology (NSWHP).

NSWHP say they have reviewed the duties performed by pathology couriers and now claim to have found that some couriers have been classified as Technical Assistants (TAs) but are less frequently performing Technical Assistant duties.

According to NSWHP, due to changes in operational processes, these workers are mainly performing driving duties and new Couriers employed in the future will be classified as motor-vehicle drivers. However, they are proposing to ‘grandfather’ the couriers currently classified as TAs on their current remuneration as per the Award.

You can view the correspondence at the below link:

• Letter to HSU

What do you think?

It is important for union members to lead this discussion. How will this affect you? Please send your feedback on this proposal to [E-Mail not displayed] by Friday 17 May using the subject line NSWHP Couriers classified as Technical Assistants.

Your union at work

Everyone affected by these changes needs to be a union member. Members deserve to have control over their working lives. Tell your colleagues now is the time to join.

New members can join at www.hsu.asn.au/join or call 1300 478 679.